Rapid decline of crop conditions and moisture reserves was noticeable across Manitoba, according to the weekly crop report.
That’s because the western heat dome moved into the province bringing record-breaking temperatures.
Many crops are maturing faster than normal and grain and pod filling on cereals, canola and peas will be affected by heat and lack of moisture.
Fungicide applications on cereals and canola are unlikely to occur on many fields.
Southwest Region
The heat dome reached southwestern Manitoba with highs from 31 to 35 degrees.
There was only a trace rainfall for most of the region.
A narrow band north of Neepawa, including Eden, received as much as 10 to 12 millimetres of rain.
All other areas of the region are still very dry, and are in need of substantial precipitation soon.
Northwest Region
Intense heat for a number of days stressed crops throughout the northwest region of Manitoba.
Temperatures reached highs of 36 degrees with overnight temperatures remaining high as well.
A severe thunderstorm through the Swan River and Ethelbert areas Saturday night brought various rainfall amounts from 3 millimetres up to 50 millimetres in localized spots.
Some hail was reported, but damage is not yet known.
